Watching 360° Videos Together in VR: What Matters for Fun?
Your next virtual movie night could be way more fun if you know this.
Deep Dive
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Key Points
- Sitting closer to friends in VR makes watching 360° videos more enjoyable.
- With strangers, distance didn't matter as much—but with friends, closeness boosted fun.
- People moved their heads more when sitting close, showing they were more engaged.
Why It Matters
Better virtual hangouts could make remote socializing feel more real and fun.